Dunn Brothers Coffee franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Dunn Brothers Coffee franchise fee is $40,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $455,600 to $798,960, with about $110,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Dunn Brothers Coffee FDD.
What are the Dunn Brothers Coffee franchise fees and investment?
The Dunn Brothers Coffee franchise requires a franchise fee of $40,000 and a total initial investment of $455,600 to $798,960. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $40,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $455,600 to $798,960 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $110,000 |
| US locations | 48 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Coffee, Tea, & Drinks) |
| Headquarters | Plano, Texas |
| Founded | 1998 |
| Franchising since | 1999 |
How does the Dunn Brothers Coffee investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Dunn Brothers Coffee's minimum investment of $455,600 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 381 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $40,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Dunn Brothers Coffee belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Dunn Brothers Coffee FDD?
Verify six parts of the Dunn Brothers Coffee Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Dunn Brothers Coffee discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Dunn Brothers Coffee?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Dunn Brothers Coffee:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Kolache Factory | $44,900 | $455,400 to $774,400 |
| Yoshinoya | $27,500 | $456,150 to $2,153,900 |
| Taco Pros | $35,000 | $456,500 to $583,600 |
| Shuckin Shack | $45,000 | $456,750 to $1,401,420 |
| Rita's Ice-Custard-Happiness | $35,000 | $456,858 to $905,536 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Dunn Brothers Coffee franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Dunn Brothers Coffee franchise ranges from $455,600 to $798,960, including a franchise fee of $40,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Dunn Brothers Coffee franchise?
Dunn Brothers Coffee lists a minimum of about $110,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Dunn Brothers Coffee locations are there?
Dunn Brothers Coffee reported 48 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Dunn Brothers Coffee been franchising?
Dunn Brothers Coffee started offering franchises in 1999 after the company was founded in 1998.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Dunn Brothers Coffee and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Dunn Brothers Coffee. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.